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2001 Masters Tournament

A historical companion to the Masters Tournament by John Gettings Tiger Woods poised to become the first reigning champion of all four major golf tournaments. Tournament Records Most victories…

Triple Crown Winners

Year Jockey Trainer Owner Sire/Dam1919 Sir Barton Johnny Loftus H. Guy Bedwell J.K.L. Ross Star Shoot/Lady Sterling1930 Gallant Fox Earl Sande J.E. Fitzsimmons Belair Stud Sir Gallahad III/…

Heard Island and McDonald Islands

Fire and ice Smoke rises from McDonald Island's volcano. Where Are They? For a remote, icy spot, skip the crowds on Antarctica—which was visited by an estimated 10,800…

March 2009 Current Events: Business/Science News

U.S. News | World News Here are the key events in business and science news for the month of March 2009. A.I.G. Posts $61 Billion Loss, Receiving More Bailout Funds (March 2): Insurance giant…

Algeria

(Encyclopedia) CE5 Algeria Algeria ăljērˈēə [key], Arab. Al Djazair, Fr. Algérie, officially People's Democratic Republic of Algeria, republic (2021 est. pop. 45,011,252…

How Well Do You Know the City of London?

London is a city that has a rich history and culture. It is a city of contrasts, where old meets new and modern skyscrapers stand next to ancient landmarks. From the iconic Big Ben to the majestic…

Tom May's Death

Tom May's Death As one put drunk into the Packet-boat, Tom May was hurry'd hence and did not know't. But was amaz'd on the Elysian side, And with an Eye uncertain, gazing wide, Could not…

Israel's 60th Anniversary

May 14, 1948, the Jewish National Council proclaimed the State of Israel by Beth Rowen Related LinksIsrael Zionism Palestine Areas…

The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

Read a history of the conflict as well as a glossary of terms, biographies, timeline, maps and more Biographies Key Palestinian Figures Mahmoud AbbasYasir ArafatSala…

Poets Laureate of the United Kingdom

The National Poets of the UK The Poet Laureate, a member of the royal household, composes poems for state occasions. Carol Ann Duffy became the first woman in the position's 341-year history when…